Emily Sandwith1, Magali Robert2. 1. Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, 4th floor, North Tower 1403 29th Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2T9, Canada. emilysandwith@gmail.com. 2. Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, 4th floor, North Tower 1403 29th Street NW, Calgary, Alberta, T2N 2T9, Canada.
Abstract
INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS: The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence of urinary incontinence among female university varsity rugby players. Secondary objectives were to understand when the incontinence occurred and to assess the degree of bother experienced. It is postulated that female rugby players may have higher rates of urinary incontinence due to the high-impact activities involved in training and competitions. METHODS: Data was collected via a self-administered, anonymous questionnaire. RESULTS: A total of 95 athletes were included in the survey results. Urinary incontinence was experienced by 51 of the 95 (54%) players. Of the 51 athletes who reported leaking urine, 90% leaked urine when competing in a rugby game and 88% of players leaked when being tackled or hit. Despite the high prevalence of urinary incontinence, most players reported they were not bothered or only slightly bothered by their urinary leaking. Several of the players (18%) were interested in receiving treatment for their urinary incontinence. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of urinary incontinence among varsity female rugby players is 54%, which is consistent with rates among other high-impact sports. Surprisingly, the majority of these women are not bothered by their incontinence and most are not interested in treatment for this condition at this time.
INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS: The goal of this study was to determine the prevalence of urinary incontinence among female university varsity rugby players. Secondary objectives were to understand when the incontinence occurred and to assess the degree of bother experienced. It is postulated that female rugby players may have higher rates of urinary incontinence due to the high-impact activities involved in training and competitions. METHODS: Data was collected via a self-administered, anonymous questionnaire. RESULTS: A total of 95 athletes were included in the survey results. Urinary incontinence was experienced by 51 of the 95 (54%) players. Of the 51 athletes who reported leaking urine, 90% leaked urine when competing in a rugby game and 88% of players leaked when being tackled or hit. Despite the high prevalence of urinary incontinence, most players reported they were not bothered or only slightly bothered by their urinary leaking. Several of the players (18%) were interested in receiving treatment for their urinary incontinence. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of urinary incontinence among varsity female rugby players is 54%, which is consistent with rates among other high-impact sports. Surprisingly, the majority of these women are not bothered by their incontinence and most are not interested in treatment for this condition at this time.
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